Head of Software Development - HM Land Registry - G6

Location Plymouth, South West England, PL6 5WS About the job Job summary We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Software Development to lead and shape the software development practice at HM Land Registry. This is a senior leadership role accountable for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, secure and maintainable software that supports critical services underpinning the property market in England and Wales. You will lead a large, complex engineering community, driving excellence in delivery, strengthening capability, and ensuring the right tools, standards and approaches are in place to enable teams to succeed. This role also plays a vital part in supporting systems that form part of the UK''s critical national infrastructure. Job description As Head of Software Development, you will provide clear, inclusive and visible leadership across the engineering community, setting the direction for how software is designed, built and delivered at HM Land Registry. You will be responsible for the effectiveness of the software development practice, including managing risk, dependencies and capacity, while ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and government standards. Working collaboratively across disciplines, you will help create an environment where teams can thrive, innovate and continuously improve. You will champion modern engineering practices, support career development and internal mobility, and represent HM Land Registry within the wider Government ..... full job details .....